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Information on attractions, accommodations, and dining in Connecticut - and much more, including things to see and do, parks and recreational areas, annual and special events, and climate information!
Visitor Information
The series of "Hidden" books by Ulysses Press are great guidebooks. Editor Ray Rieget has put together some wonderful information. Included in this series is the interesting Hidden new England. If you are planning a vacation in New England, or if you live in New England and would like to find some interesting and perhaps little knows getaways, order a copy today! I highly recommend it.
This is a great book. And, even if you live in the area, you should
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Connecticut Office of Tourism,
Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development
505 Hudson Street
Hartford, CT 06106-7106
1-800-282-6863, fax 860-270-8077
http://www.state.ct.us/index.asp
State of Connecticut; 1-800-CT BOUND. Available from 8:00-6:00 ETZ, M-F. There is an answering machine after hours.
Visit Connecticut
Bureau of Parks & Forests, Connecticut Department of
Environmental Protection
79 Elm Street
Hartford, CT 06106-5127
860.424.3200
Connecticut Commission on the Arts
755 Mail Street
1 Financial Plaza
Hartford, CT 06103
860.566.4770
Connecticut Historical Commission
59 South Prospect Street
Hartford, CT 06106
860.566.3005
Connecticut Explorer's Guide
The Connecticut Explorer's Guide is dedicated to providing the best maps
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For additional information on Connecticut, you can ask an expert at All
Experts.
Climate and Weather Information
For climate information on
Connecticut, click on
Climatologies
and then click on the map to find Connecticut.
Driving Information
Interstate 85 runs along the Long Island Sound shoreline providing a
direct link to the state from New York or the Boston area.
Interstate 91 travels north from New Haven through Hartford (where it
connects with I-90, the Massachusetts Turnpike) and on to Canada.
Interstate 84 enters at Danbury and runs northeast through Hartford to its
link with I-90 at Sturbridge. It also interchanges with I-91 at
Hartford.
For complete information contact the Connecticut Department of Transportation, 2800 Berlin Tpke., Newington CT 03131, phone - 860.263.5700.
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State Parks and Recreation Areas
Bureau of Parks & Forests, Connecticut Department of
Environmental Protection
79 Elm Street
Hartford, CT 06106-5127
860.424.3200
Boating Information
Boating Division
P.O. Box 280
Old Lyme, CT 06371-0280
Ask for the brochure, "Connecticut Boater's Guide."
Camping Information
Write to the Bureau of Parks & Forests above and ask for the "Camping
in Connecticut" brochure. And, for information on
campgrounds, contact the Connecticut Campground Owners Association, 14 Rumford
Street, West Hartford, CT 06107, 860.521.4704.
Fishing Information
Call 860.424 FISH.
Connecticut Explorer's Guide
The Connecticut Explorer's Guide is dedicated to providing the best maps
and trail data available for all outdoor adventure sports while offering
a wide variety of other useful resources for the outdoor enthusiast and
avid adventurer. There are many outdoor adventure resources available at CTXGuide for planning your next excursion or to just explore from your
chair. Besides the online maps and guides, we have compiled several link
directories, an adventure film festival, and an informative adventure
forum complete with feature articles.
http://www.ctxguide.com.
All inquiries should be sent to:
CTXGuide@CTXGuide.Com
Annual Events
Coming Soon. In the mean time, if you have something
to add to this section, please contact me.
mailto:jimbruner@gettingaway.com
Attractions and Things to See and Do
Connecticut - Order FREE Travel Brochure!
Connecticut Explorer's Guide
The Connecticut Explorer's Guide is dedicated to providing the best maps
and trail data available for all outdoor adventure sports while offering
a wide variety of other useful resources for the outdoor enthusiast and
avid adventurer. There are many outdoor adventure resources available at CTXGuide for planning your next excursion or to just explore from your
chair. Besides the online maps and guides, we have compiled several link
directories, an adventure film festival, and an informative adventure
forum complete with feature articles.
http://www.ctxguide.com.
All inquiries should be sent to:
CTXGuide@CTXGuide.Com
Foxwoods Resort Casino offers
entertainment, dining, overnights, and casino gambling. Located in
Mashantucket, exit 92 off I-95.
Goodspeed Musicals.
Enjoy live musicals at the nationally acclaimed Goodspeed Opera House
in East Haddam and Goodspeed-at-Chester/The Norma Terris Theatre in
Chester. 860.873.8668.
The Maritime Aquarium
offers great exhibits and the newest in IMAX films. Located in
Newark at exits 14Nor 15S off I-95.
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Lake Compounce,
"New England's Family Theme Park." Rides, attractions, and
entertainment at Compounce Mountain. In Bristol (Take I-84 to exit
31, go north on Route 229, and follow the signs.) 860.583.3300.
The Mystic Aquarium and
Institute for Exploration makes an interesting stop.
860.572.5955.
Ride the scenic Naugatuck Railroad
from the Litchfield Hills to the Brass Mills of Waterbury back to the
spectacular Thomaston Dam. The Railroad Museum of New England, P.O.
Box 400, Thomaston, CT 06787-0400. Call 860.283 RAIL.
Be sure to see the New England Air Museum
with over 80 historic aircraft, interesting exhibits, films, and a great
gift shop. Located near Bradley International Airport.
860.623.3305.
Visit Silverman's Farm
and pick your own apples and peaches, cut your own sunflowers, or visit
the Animal Farm. Here you will also find the oldest cider mill in
Connecticut (watch as they press apple cider) and a farm market. You
can also enjoy hayrides in the fall. Located on Sport Hill Road in
Easton, 203.261.3306.
Be sure to spend a day in the wonderful seaport village of
Mystic
Seaport. Take exit 90 off I-95 in Mystic. 1.888.9
SEAPORT.
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Dining Suggestions
The Boulders, a country
inn on the lake for lodging and fine dining. East Shore Road, Route
45, New Preston, CT 06777, 860.868.0541.
Randall's Ordinary Inn & Restaurant This is one of my all-time favorite places to eat. Lunch is much less expensive than dinner! Located in North Stonington off Route 2. 877.599.4540.
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Randall's Ordinary Inn & Restaurant This is one of my all-time favorite places to eat. Lunch is much less expensive than dinner! Located in North Stonington off Route 2. 877.599.4540
Mystic Seaport. Take exit 90 off I-95 in Mystic. 1.888.9 SEAPORT.
